Rising on the eastern edge of Vryheid’s CBD, Vryheid Mall brings 42 000 m² of contemporary, climate-smart retail space to northern KwaZulu-Natal. The two-level centre hosts more than 180 national and local tenants—including anchor supermarkets, fashion giants, essential services and a vibrant food court—arranged around light-filled walkways and generous communal seating. Solar-ready roofing, LED lighting and a rain-harvesting system reduce the building’s carbon footprint while advanced security, shaded parking for 1 600 vehicles and barrier-free access ensure a comfortable, safe experience for every visitor.

Conceived as a true community hub, the development generated over 4 000 construction jobs and now sustains approximately 2 100 permanent retail positions, driving regional employment and skills transfer. SME kiosks and a 2 000 m² incubation zone give local entrepreneurs an affordable launch-pad, while landscaped edges and public-art installations celebrate the area’s rich cultural heritage. With an estimated project value of R2 billion and a projected annual footfall exceeding 6 million shoppers, Vryheid Mall stands as a flagship asset in JB Holdings’ retail portfolio and a catalyst for sustained economic growth throughout Zululand.